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Crucial

Crucial P310 500GB 2280 PCIe Gen4 NVMe internal SSD CT500P310SSD801

SKU CH-ZAPT-80KCR

M.2 2280 NVMe drive with 500 GB capacity, 6600 MB/s read and 5000 MB/s write over PCIe 4.0

  • Total capacity500 GB
  • Sequential read speed6,600 Mbit/s
  • Sequential write speed3,500 MB/s
  • Interface typeSolid state
  • Form factorM.2 2280
  • Product typeSolid State Drive
  • Delivers up to 6600 MB/s read for faster boots and loads
  • Writes up to 5000 MB/s to speed up large file transfers
  • 500 GB capacity stores games, apps and media
  • M.2 2280 form factor fits laptops, desktops and select consoles
  • Backward compatible with PCIe 4.0 and Gen3 systems for flexible upgrades

Capacity and Form Factor

The Crucial P310 500GB 2280 is an internal NVMe SSD built to the M.2 2280 form factor. It targets casual gamers and home users who want faster boot times and quicker application launches without stepping up to a higher-capacity drive. The 500GB capacity provides space for an operating system, a selection of AAA titles, and everyday media files.

Bundled Software Value

The package includes a quick start guide along with a one-month subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud All-Apps and the Crucial Storage Executive management tool. The Adobe offer lets creative users test Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro and other apps immediately after installation. Storage Executive adds drive-health monitoring, firmware updates and optimisation features that help maintain consistent performance over time.

Speed Headroom and Limits

Sequential reads reach 6600 MB/s and writes hit 5000 MB/s over a PCIe 4.0 x4 link, so large game assets and project files load rapidly. Sustained random 4KB reads are rated at 6600 megabits per second while 4KB random writes reach 3500 megabits per second, giving responsive multitasking for office suites and creative workloads. The drive is backward compatible with PCIe 3.0 systems, though peak speeds will be limited by the older interface.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Internal NVMe & SATA SSDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $129.99
Cheaper than about 64% of the 1,994 comparable items (median $180.49).
Total capacity 500 GB
Lower than about 70% of the 1,368 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Sequential write speed 3,500 MB/s
Higher than about 64% of the 1,184 comparable items (median 1,700 MB/s).
Price per TB $259.98 per TB
Pricier than about 71% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCrucial
Product lineP310 2280
Model nameP310 2280
Part numberCT500P310SSD801
Total capacity500 GB
Product typeSolid State Drive
Performance
Sequential read speed6,600 Mbit/s
Sequential write speed3,500 MB/s
Sustained random 4KB read6,600 Mbit/s
Random write (4K)3,500 Mbit/s
Connectivity
Connection protocolNVMe
Ports & slots
Interface typeSolid state
ConnectionNVMe
Size & build
Form factorM.2 2280
Overall height3.15 in x 0.86 in x 0.09 in
Overall width3.15 in x 0.86 in x 0.09 in
Product depth3.15 in x 0.86 in x 0.09 in
Product weight10 g

Questions about this item

Will this drive fit in my laptop's M.2 2280 slot?

Yes, the drive uses the M.2 2280 form factor measuring 3.15 x 0.86 x 0.09 inches, the standard size for most modern laptop and desktop slots.

Does the 500 GB capacity provide enough space for games and applications?

The 500 GB capacity holds the operating system, several AAA games, creative applications like Adobe Photoshop, and large media files with room for everyday documents.

Can I use this drive in a system that only supports PCIe 3.0?

Yes, the drive is backward compatible with PCIe 3.0 systems, though speeds will be limited to the older generation's maximum bandwidth.

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